2014 mercedes-benz e-class Model Overview

New for 2014

The refreshed 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class gains a revised exterior styling and a host of new standard features, including LED taillamps, an engine stop-start system, Collision Prevention Assist, Attention Assist, Media Interface, and static LED headlights. New options such as a surround view camera, full LED lighting, and an update Driver Assistance package are also available. A new four-cylinder diesel engine replaces the outgoing 3.0-liter turbodiesel V-6 for the 2014 model year. E63 AMG models now gain a performance-tuned 4Matic all-wheel-drive system as standard equipment. The newly added E63 AMG S-Model sedan and wagon are the pinnacle of performance in the E-Class range with a 5.5-liter twin turbocharged V-8 producing a 577 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque paired to an AMG Speedshift MCT seven-speed automatic transmission.

Vehicle Summary

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a midsize luxury car sold in sedan, coupe, convertible, and wagon body styles in rear- or all-wheel-drive configurations. It is available in Sport, Luxury, and high-performance AMG and AMG S-Model grades. All versions of the E-Class come equipped with a seven-speed automatic transmission.

Overview

Most 2014 E-Class sedans, coupes, convertible, and wagons will come equipped with a 3.5-liter V-6 producing 302 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque in the E350. The E550, which is available with the sedan, coupe, and convertible body styles, is powered by a 4.6-liter V-8 making 402 hp and 446 lb-ft. Fuel economy is decent; E350 models achieve 19-20/27-30 mpg city/highway, and the E550 is rated 17-18/24-26 mpg.

The E250 Bluetec sedan, the most fuel-efficient E-Class, is powered by a 2.1-liter turbocharged diesel I-4 producing 195 hp and 369 lb-ft. It’s rated at 28/42 mpg in rear-drive configuration and 27/38 mpg with all-wheel drive. The E400 hybrid sedan is also available for buyers looking for a good combination of power and efficiency. It’s powered by a 3.5-liter hybrid V-6 with a combined output of 329 hp and 354 lb-ft and achieves 24/30 mpg.

The E63 AMG and E63 AMG S-Model sedan and wagon are the high-performance variants of the E-Class, offering precise handling and powerful acceleration without hurting ride quality. The more potent S-Model comes with a hand-built 5.5-liter turbocharged V-8 that produces 577 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque. The sedans are available with a less-powerful version (550 hp and 531 lb-ft). E63 AMG S-Model wagons are a unique breed, wrapping a highly capable performance machine in a practical body style.

Interior space is improved with more storage spaces because of the repositioning of the gear shift lever with a column-mounted stalk. Technology remains cutting edge in all E-Class models. A host of new safety features once available only on the full-size S-Class trickle down to the rest of the range. Features such as Distronic Plus with Steering Assist allow the car to follow other vehicles almost autonomously for a short time using a radar and camera to scan the road ahead.

The 2014 E-Class sedan and wagon have a four-star overall safety rating from the NHTSA (out of a possible five stars; the coupe and convertible have not been tested). E-Class sedans are considered a Top Safety Pick+ by the IIHS, earning a good score on all five categories (good is the highest possible score); the coupe achieved good ratings on four tests.

What We Think

The E-Class blends performance and comfort, making it an easy car to live with on a daily basis. Its interior is a pleasant place to be, and during a 2014 First Drive, we noted that “there’s plenty of metallic-finish trim to brighten up the swaths of black leather and good-quality synthetic material that cover nearly everything.” Despite the availability of cutting-edge safety technology, entertainment options including the DVD player do not support HDMI, which means buyers must install an accessory unit.

AMG variants of the E-Class are the most potent performers with handling and power in spades, especially the E63 AMG S-Model sedan and wagon, which come with the most aggressive suspension and engine tuning. While E-Class coupes and convertibles provide good performance, the rough ride and noise of models with 19-inch wheels don’t justify an improvement to handling that’s barely noticeable. In a 2014 Coupe and Cabriolet First Drive review, we said that the large wheel and summer tire combination causes “smaller autobahn imperfections to make themselves known constantly” and “rode a touch on the firm side.”

Ratings

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

$51,900

Certified Pre Owned Pricewhat is this?

$31,550

Certified Pre-Owned Price is the approximate price a consumer can expect to pay at a dealership for a used vehicle that has passed the manufacturer's certification process. This price applies only to vehicles covered under an automaker's CPO program, not to a dealership's own "certified" used price.

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2014120002.

Units Affected

4871

Recall ID#15V088000 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Consequence

If the rubber seal falls into the engine compartment, it may contact parts of the exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire.

Recall Date

2015-02-13

Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 E350 Sedan, E350 4Matic Sedan, E350 4Matic Station Wagon, E400 Hybrid Sedan, CLS 550 CGI, and CLS550 4Matic, 2013-2014 E550 4Matic Sedan, 2013 E63 Sedan, E63 Station Wagon and CLS63, 2014-2015 CLS63 4Matic, E63 4Matic Sedan, E63 4Matic Sedan "S", and E63 4Matic Station Wagon, 2015 CLS400, 2015 E400 Sedan, E400 4Matic Sedan and CLS400 4Matic and 2014 CLS63 "S". The affected vehicles have a rubber seal at the back of the engine bay that may temporarily stick to the hood when it is opened and then may fall into the engine bay when the hood is closed.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will attach four additional retaining clips to the rubber seal, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-201-573-5339. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2015020001.

Units Affected

147224

Recall ID#15V792000 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

Consequence

If the fuel feed line has the incorrect flare fitting, the connection between the fuel hose and the fuel feed line might develop a leak or may completely disconnect. Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire and if the fuel feed line disconnects, the vehicle would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Date

2015-11-24

Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014 E350 and E350 4Matic sedans manufactured June 4, 2014, to July 9, 2014. The affected vehicles were built with a fuel feed line that has a single flare fitting instead of a double flare fitting.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct fuel line, free of charge. This recall began on January 11, 2016. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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